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PROFESSIONAL COMPLIANCE COURSE

GDPR and Data Protection Awareness

Practical compliance training for everyday workplace data protection. Understand your responsibilities. Protect personal data. Reduce organisational risk.

£27

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£14

In today’s data-driven environment, every role involves handling personal information in some form. Whether responding to emails, managing employee records, processing customer data, or storing information digitally, understanding UK GDPR responsibilities is essential.

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This course provides a practical and structured introduction to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. It explains key principles, individual rights, lawful processing, and everyday compliance expectations in a clear and accessible way.

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The aim is to ensure that every professional understands:

  • What personal data is

  • How it must be handled

  • What can go wrong

  • How to prevent breaches

  • What to do if something happens

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This course is designed to support organisational compliance and individual accountability in any industry.

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PCC0001

Professional Compliance Course, CPD Certified Course

3 learning hours, average completion time: 1 day

End-of-course knowledge and understanding test, pass mark: 80%

Completion Requirement:

Completion Requirement:

This course must be completed within 8 weeks of enrolment.

At least every 2 years, or sooner where regulatory updates, organisational policy changes, or role responsibilities change.

Created by compliance experts

Aligned with UK legislation and official regulatory guidance.

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Compliance focus

Designed to support regulatory awareness and accountability.

Time limited course

This course must be completed within 8 weeks of enrolment.

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Certificate of Completion 

Receive an official certificate recognising your achievement.

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Delivered online, self-paced

Self-paced online learning that fits around professional life.

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Certificate verifiable online

Every certificate includes a unique ID for instant verification.

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Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, a Certificate of Completion will be issued by the Academy of Professional Development and Education (APDE).

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➤ A digital certificate will be sent via email within 24 hours of completing the course.

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➤ A hardcopy version of the certificate is available upon request. An additional charge of £20 applies, plus postage charge.​

​➤ Each certificate clearly states the number of CPD hours covered by the course.

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➤ Every certificate is assigned a unique identification number.

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➤ Certificates can be verified at any time through our Certificate Validation system.

SAMPLE CERTIFICATE
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The CPD Model at APDE
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Our courses follow a CPD (Continuous Professional Development) model designed to support lifelong learning and professional growth.

★ Structured learning:

Each course includes guided learning hours shown on the Certificate of Completion.​

★ Recognised development:

CPD hours help learners track progress and demonstrate ongoing professional improvement.

★ Expert design:

All courses are created by specialists experienced in regulated training design.

★ High quality standards:

Our CPD courses are built to meet standards similar to those of formal qualifications.

★ Practical focus:

Learners gain real skills, reflective insight, and confidence to apply learning in professional contexts.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a course take to complete?

Course duration varies by subject and depth. Every course page outlines the estimated completion time to help learners plan their study effectively.

Are these courses suitable for working professionals?

Yes. Courses are designed for professionals balancing work and other commitments, allowing flexible learning alongside full-time or part-time employment.

Are CPD courses regulated qualifications?

No. CPD courses are not regulated qualifications. They are designed to support continuing professional development by helping professionals develop practical skills and knowledge for their work.

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CPD courses focus on learning, skill application, and professional growth, rather than formal qualification frameworks. If a course leads to a regulated qualification, this will be clearly stated.

Can learners access courses outside the UK?

Yes. Courses are available internationally and can be accessed from anywhere with a stable internet connection.

What are the technical requirements for the courses?

For the best experience, use a desktop or tablet with a stable internet connection and a modern browser (Chrome, Edge, Safari, or Firefox). Courses can also be accessed on smartphones. No downloads are required.

How can I contact you if I have a question or an issue?

For technical issues, feedback, or complaints, please use the “Report a problem” button at the bottom of the page and complete the form.
For urgent matters, general questions about courses, or anything else, you can contact us via email info@apde.org.uk, or live chat (the bottom of the page).

What does extended access to a course mean?

Extended access means that once you enrol, you will have ongoing access to the course materials for life, including all future updates. EXEMPTION: Some courses, such as regulated qualifications, or compliance courses may have a required completion timeframe, which will be clearly stated. 

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